Minnesota primaries test party identities ahead of high-stakes midterms

Minnesota's Aug. 11 primaries are testing party identities as Democrats face an ideological divide between moderate and progressive candidates, while Republicans see political outsiders challenging established figures. The race for U.S. Senate, triggered by Senator Tina Smith's retirement, highlights the contest between Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan and U.S. Representative Angie Craig, reflecting national political tensions.